Up and Running

MAY 17, 2017

Plus, you’ll always be prepared in case an opportunity or desire to sell arises in the future—it’s a smart idea to have an exit strategy. The sad reality is that many business acquisitions do not work out as hoped. Most business acquisitions focus on money. million in sales revenue. Beyond ROI.

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Reid Hoffman

JULY 23, 2020

This week, I’d like to turn to the question of how current market conditions affect the approach entrepreneurs should take towards their exit strategy. It could be a user base, a dataset, a unique technology, or some combination of the above factors. Those traditional investors ask, “What’s your business model?”

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Posted on September 14, 2009 by steveblank Over the last 30 years Wall Street’s appetite for technology stocks have changed radically – swinging between unbridled enthusiasm to believing they’re all toxic. While there was an occasional bad apple, the public markets rewarded companies with revenue growth and sustainable profits.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JUNE 3, 2021

Having shared values & vision also means you have thought about an exit strategy for your business. New businesses are meant to take risks and often things don’t pan out. Many businesses go through tough times including now iconic names such as SpaceX. ” (Source: Harvard Business Review ).

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David Teten

DECEMBER 3, 2019

When I met my now-wife, I realized that any technology that can find me a spouse is a killer app. But in business, you want a lot of partners. I’d argue that the same type of technologies that have revolutionized dating can revolutionize our industry. . When I was single, I registered for (a lot of) dating websites.

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Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 18, 2024

With her expertise, she’s boosted hundreds of agencies to millions in revenue, attracting premium clients willing to pay 50-600% fees. As a former business exit advisor, she crafts exit strategies, adding up to five figures to clients’ net profit monthly so they can focus on growth.

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Up and Running

MAY 4, 2015

In this article, I’ll review: What to include in a one minute, five minute, ten minute, and 20 minute pitch. Tips from entrepreneurs who successfully pitched their businesses for funding. Describe your revenue model. State your exit strategy. We’ve got you covered. How much time do you have? Bring a backup.

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www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Technology | Thursdays. Small Business Success | Mondays and Thursdays. The Goods: Your Business Toolbox | Thursdays. Financing A Small Business. Business Taxes. Selling A Business. Exit Strategies. Strategy and Planning. TECHNOLOGY. Internet and Online Business.

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Up and Running

MAY 15, 2018

Innovative products and business models are the foundations of a promising startup. Funding is crucial for improving technology, hiring the right people, and launching a comprehensive marketing strategy to get a foothold in the market. Creating a scalable business model.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2013

Within the venture community, the first rule to remember is that opportunities abound these days, due to the increasing pace of technology evolution, and the scope and creativity of the global community. This requires a visible focus on the company’s revenue model, the costs to get there, and cash on hand. Exit strategy.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Too many entrepreneurs look for that one magic bullet -- an exciting new technology, perhaps, or their own determination to make the world a better place -- to override any shortcomings in their startup model. Yet, magic bullets are not sufficient to assure business success. Validated pricing and a sufficient revenue stream.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

The subscription box industry is growing rapidly thanks to a steady revenue model and tapping into people’s love for surprises. But with so many people trying to get their share of the growth, many subscription box businesses fold within a year or two. Team : Who are your coworkers and what’s their business experience?

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Up and Running

MAY 1, 2014

You’ve reviewed what a business plan is , and why you need one to start and grow your business. It’s time to dig into the process of actually writing a business plan. In this step-by-step guide, I’ll take you through every stage of writing a business plan that will actually help you achieve your goals. An S-corp ?

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Whichever type of plan you choose, remember that a business plan is a living document. Set a specific time each month to review it , comparing forecasts to actuals and revising as necessary. Assumptions change based on experience, and your business plan should change along with these assumptions. Technology. Be specific.

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Up and Running

MARCH 11, 2015

” Our featured speaker was Caroline Cummings, the VP of Business Development at Palo Alto Software. As the former co-founder and CEO of two technology companies, Caroline has experienced both start-up failures and successes, and has raised close to $1 million in investment capital. Pretend that you are the investor.

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Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

JUNE 19, 2010

Last year I spent eight months traveling around the world, and throughout that entire time I was running my business. I have a few contractors to do the technical side of my work and a customer support person, but that’s it. I didn’t have a contractor doing technical things for me. Adding Ad Revenue. I own my own house.

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Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

MARCH 25, 2011

In the case of business, I want to ensure that there is a profitable exit strategy. I spent quite a bit of time studying eBay, both as a business model and as a means to capture new customers because of how much buying traffic is there. Thus began my love affair with banner advertising.

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Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

JANUARY 21, 2011

The business however is doing very well today. I purchased an undervalued business which I knew I could turn around based on a review of the business operations, researching similar businesses in nearby areas, as well as digging deeper into the financials. It was an unplanned, but profitable exit strategy for us.

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www.quora.com

JANUARY 16, 2011

You can argue that the DNA created by Microsoft's over emphasis on distribution (Steve) and development (Bill), has ultimately cost it $50bn or more in lost revenue, market share and market capitalization. Developers have worn the crown for the last 30 or more years in the technology industry - rightly.

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